Emerging Tech
Industry Sells Congress on Internet of Things
During a House Subcommittee on Energy and Commerce meeting, lawmakers considered how the Internet of Things could move beyond consumer products.
Emerging Tech
Senate Passes Resolution for National Strategy on Internet of Things
The resolution commits the nation to incentivizing the development of the Internet of Things.
Emerging Tech
Does the Customer Know Best When it Comes to Federal Services?
After the HealthCare.gov implosion, the federal government learned the hard way the importance of customer experience.
Digital Government
Internet Providers Sue to Kill Net Neutrality
The first legal shots have been fired in the battle over Internet regulation.
Emerging Tech
Steve Wozniak Says World Domination by Robots Could be Thwarted by Simple Physics
Several prominent scientists worry about the rise of artificial intelligence and robots, and about humanity’s place in the world if robots take over.
Digital Government
FTC Launches Investigative Arm to Tackle Internet of Things, Big Data
The new office aims to address all consumer technological risks, according to Chief Technologist Ashkan Soltani.
Ideas
Agencies Need Broadband Today – Why Wait for NS2020?
Much of the emerging technology agencies need today is already available under the GSA Schedule.
Emerging Tech
How NASA’s New Ion Engine Could Power a Mission to Mars
The NASA spacecraft Dawn has spent more than seven years traveling across the solar system to intercept the asteroid Vesta and the dwarf planet Ceres.
Modernization
The 4 Most Popular Federal Websites Aren’t Mobile Friendly
None of these highly trafficked dot-govs adhere to responsive Web design standards.
Digital Government
Lawmakers Skeptical of Digital Service Funding Boost
Some House Republicans appeared to balk at the price tag for scaling up the Digital Service’s White House headquarters.
Emerging Tech
Why the US Government Almost Sued Google in 2012
FTC investigated the company over its anticompetitive tactics, including allegations it boosted the search rankings of its own properties over that of competitors.
Digital Government
In Wake of Net Neutrality, Republicans Take Aim at FCC’s Budget
The draft bill has sparked a partisan clash that could derail attempts to find a compromise on Internet regulation.
Emerging Tech
Here Are the Agencies That Let Their Scientists Speak (and Tweet) Freely
It’s not always easy for scientists to share their viewpoints and speak freely on issues, and those who publicly do frequently face backlash.
Digital Government
This Is How the Military Eyes ISIS Oil Laundering from the Sky
By watching signs of the black market oil industry, NGA can glean clues to help its partners choke off the source of ISIS' money and fuel.
Emerging Tech
Amazon Gets Approval for Experimental Drone Use
FAA just granted limited approval for Amazon to test drones for research and development.
Digital Government
Video: How Open Data Improves Government Collaboration
Check out the 9th installment of our collaboration with Socrata's Open Data TV.
Modernization
Using a Smartphone May Make You Smarter
Scientists have discovered at least one way in which the smartphone affects the brain positively.
Digital Government
Republican: Net Neutrality Will 'Jeopardize the Open Internet'
All five FCC commissioners face questions from the Senate Commerce Committee.
Digital Government
